The 54th Academy Awards were broadcast on March 29, 1982 and hosted by Johnny Carson. Sheena Easton was among the performers, belting out "For Your Eyes Only" from the film of the same name, which was nominated for Best Original Song, in a most... unusual ... dance number which would not have looked out of place in the Star Wars Holiday Special. Bizarrely camp, with a dancing James Bond (thankfully Roger Moore did not take part), a very uncomfortable looking Richard Kiel as Jaws, and what was probably the last ever appearance of Harold Sakata as Oddjob, It really must be seen to be believed! [More]

An interview with singer Shirley Bassey, who performed her theme song for the James Bond spy film "Goldfinger" at the 2012 Academy Awards. Bassey's acting, vocal technique, and musical training are discussed, as well as the death of her daughter, her interest in singers such as Peggy Lee, and collaborations with popular musicians. [More]

South Africa's January - February 2013 issue of Braintainment magazine celebrates 50 years of James Bond films (presumably Dr. No was released in South Africa in early 1963), with the usual round up of gadgets, girls, cars and actor bios. [More]